The RCMP has now confirmed that a former member of the Osoyoos detachment has been suspended. Cst Amit Goyal is the man in question but the RCMP has not stated why the suspension this summer took place. In June Cst. Goyal’s name was taken off the media distribution list. His whereabouts unknown. The RCMP will not confirm […]
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Letter to the editor
Abolish the ALR? Lunacy! Premier Christy Clark, Minister Bill Bennett and the B.C. Liberals have clearly indicated to all British Columbians that they are running a dictatorial style of government. To abolish or tamper, negatively, with the Agriculture Land Reserve (ALR) is like telling us we cannot grow food, produce on this land of ours! […]
Oh well…….another one bites the dust
A Fort St. John rancher at the centre of a political firestorm says he’s gone ahead and built some rodeo grounds on his land, despite a ruling from the Agricultural Land Commission against his proposal. Terry McLeod says so far he’s stripped a hill to build a race track and seating for 3,000 people as […]
Well known public servant passes
Wilfred Riplinger, Aug 13, 1942 – Nov 7, 2013 On Thursday November 7th, Wilfred George “Rip” Riplinger passed away at Penticton Hospital surrounded by family at the age of 71 years. He was predeceased by his brothers Andy and Albert and sisters Eva, Ida and Geri. He will be lovingly remembered by his family including […]
Let’s get it up before it gets cold
Foundations complete. Search and Rescue Building at Oliver Airport
Photo Op
Mark Brett, Penticton Western takes his best shot of official opening of passing lanes north of Oliver. Yes the picture was taken south of the actual passing lanes for safety reasons. Regional Director Allan Patton, MLA Linda Larson and Mayor Ron Hovanes pose in the fall sunlight.
Mystery to me
Every once in a while, in the corner of my eye, I see something I might not have seen before… in Oliver. This is obviously the Sun-Rype Building. Can you tell me more. When was it built? What is it used for now?
